In 2004 a group of parents and concerned citizens decided to open a public charter school for at-risk students who were not being successful in the regular classrooms in the Memphis Public Schools.  An application for Southern Avenue Charter Elementary School of Academic Excellence and Creative Arts was written and approved by the Tennessee Department of Education and Memphis City Schools.  In August 2005 the school opened.  

The mission of the school was to teach the “whole child” and prepare that child to be a successful citizen…

Today, Southern Avenue Elementary has grown from 69 to over 360 students, boasting a Level 5 on the TCAP (the top score on the state’s exam rating scale).

Education

Southern Avenue Charter Elementary School of Academic Excellence and Creative Arts

Elise Evans

Sherri Stepter

Tammy Gandy

Shirley Scurlock

Russell Rogers

Paula Williams

Malcolm Pryor

Lucille Wilson

Denise Dill

The Education and Instruction Team at Southern Avenue Charter Elementary School of Academic Excellence and Creative Arts is responsible for developing and implementing curriculum, enhancing instructional strategies, and supporting student academic growth. This team works collaboratively to ensure effective teaching in subjects such as math and English Language Arts (ELA), coordinates assessments and testing, and provides professional development and coaching to uphold the school's standards of academic excellence.

Education and Instruction Team

Leadership Team

Payroll and Human Resources

Education and Instruction Team

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Other teams at Southern Avenue Charter Elementary School of Academic Excellence and Creative Arts

Leadership Team

Payroll and Human Resources